J Cataract Refract Surg. A prospective study. The SN6AT7 appears to be a type of AcrySof IQ toric posterior chamber IOL. The images are then computed to give the local slope and character of the wavefront of light. Kolb CM, Shajari M, Mathys L, et al. } They also considered trials comparing multi-focal IOLs with "monovision" whereby 1 eye was corrected for distance vision and 1 eye corrected for near vision. Note: A drop in visual acuity in bright light is the quantitative element that allows one to correlate the "loss of vision" with the "member's complaints". The difference in occurrence of endophthalmitis with/without topical antibiotics in each group (ICC: 0.016 % and 0.017 %; p = 0.958; ICM: 0.040 % and 0.058 %; p = 0.538) was not significant (p = 0.376). The authors concluded that intra-operative wavefront aberrometry with the ORA system provided post-operative refractive results comparable to conventional biometry with the IOLMaster for mono-focal IOL selection. The initial 200 eyes undergoing cataract surgery between April 2011 and June 2011 by 6 surgeons were included in the study. bottom: 20px; WebIs cataract surgery covered by health insurance? In a meta-analysis, Jin and associates (2019) compared the clinical performance of bifocal and trifocal IOLs in cataract surgery. Intraoperative refractive biometry for predicting intraocular lens power calculation after prior myopic refractive surgery. The authors concluded that the monofocal IOL showed better visual function and lesser photic phenomena than multi-focal IOLs; however patients were spectacle-dependent. They also noted that whether that improvement outweighed the adverse effects of multi-focal IOLs, such as glare and haloes, would vary between people; and motivation to achieve spectacle independence was likely to be the deciding factor. The new technology lens itself would be non-covered. 4, Cataract in Adults: Management of Functional Impairment of the Cataract Management Guideline Panel of the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research (AHCPR, 1993). Abell RG, Vote BJ. The member's medical and mental health permits surgery to be performed safely. A cataract is a hardening and opacification (or clouding) of the normally transparent crystalline lens within the eye behind the pupil. J Cataract Refract Surg. } They may not be applicable to other accommodative IOL designs. The average reading speed was 11.6 words per minute more in the accommodative lens group but the 95 % CI ranged from 12.2 words less to 35.4 words more (1 study, 40 people, low quality evidence). The Panel stated that, for patients with a dense or cataract mature that interferes with ophthalmoscopic examination, a diagnostic B-mode ultrasonography (B-scan) may be appropriate to rule out retinal detachments or vitreous hemorrhages, ocular pathology which may influence the decision to perform cataract surgery. In general, driving an automobile is the limiting life-style activity with visual acuity in the 20/50 to 20/60 range. In such cases, diagnostic B-scan ultrasound can accurately image intra-ocular structures and give valuable information on the status of the lens, vitreous, retina, choroid, and sclera. These criteria include a waiting period of 2 years, an average expense of Rs. 2015;7:CD008671. Main outcome measures were median absolute error of prediction and percentage of eyes within 0.50 diopters (D) and 1.00 D of refractive prediction error. In a prospective, comparative, non-randomized study, these investigators examined the effectiveness of IC antibiotic with and without post-operative topical antibiotic in reducing the incidence of acute endophthalmitis following cataract surgery in rural India. With modern optical biometry for the majority of patients, informed formula choice and IOL constant optimization outcomes of more than 90 % within 1 D and more than 60 % within 0.5 D of target are achievable. They planned to include RCTs and quasi-RCTs that had compared surgery versus no surgery to remove the lens from eyes of adults in which cataracts had developed following vitrectomy. Ottawa, ON: Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH); August 2006. The cases underwent anterior capsulotomy, lens fragmentation, and corneal incisions with the femtosecond laser. Of the 707 medical adverse events reported, 353 occurred in the pre-testing group and 354 occurred in the n- testing group. Comparison of visual acuity between phacoemulsification and extracapsular cataract extraction: A systematic review and meta-analysis. This accounted to a 72.22 % reduction, from the earlier 0.126 % to 0.035 %, of post-cataract surgery acute endophthalmitis. 2003;48(6):594-612. OL OL OL OL OL LI { Zamora-de La Cruz and colleagues (2020) noted that presbyopia occurs when the lens of the eyes loses its elasticity leading to loss of accommodation. Landmarks in the evolution of cataract surgery. Accessed March 12, 2018. van Gaalen KW, Koopmans SA, Jansonius NM, Kooijman AC. Improved prediction of intraocular lens power using partial coherence interferometry. Available at: http://www.crystalens.com/. Besides precision and predictability, the low rate of complications impresses surgeons working with the technology, particularly those employing a laser with a fluid-filled interface which appeared to prevent major complications including increases in IOP. A pre-loaded IOL was implanted under irrigation. The time for surgery and the amount of fluid that went into the eye were similar to those of a standard procedure. 2002;28(2):230-234. Leung and colleagues (2014) noted that cataract formation often occurs in people with uveitis. cursor: pointer; Refractive Correction of Near and Intermediate Vision with Less Dependency on Eyeglasses or Contact Lenses" concluded that 1 pair of conventional eyeglasses or contact lenses furnished subsequent to each cataract surgery with insertion of an IOL is covered. Copyright Aetna Inc. All rights reserved. Retrospective screening of database of 6,000 consecutive cataract surgeries was done; BCVA, complete ocular examination with slit lamp examination (SLEx), IOP, direct ophthalmoscope, fundus examination with +78/+90D were noted. Modeling a best-case scenario of FLACS with excellent visual outcomes (100 %), a significant reduction in complications (0 %) and a significantly reduced cost to patient (of $300) resulted in an ICER of $20,000. 2014;121(1):10-16. The authors concluded that multi-focal IOLs were effective at improving near vision relative to mono-focal IOLs although there was uncertainty as to the size of the effect. Footnote1*B-scan ultrasound is considered medically necessary in place of A-scan ultrasound where direct visualization of the retina is difficult or impossible including lid problems (e.g., severe edema, partial or total tarsorrhaphy), keratoprosthesis, corneal opacities (e.g., scars, severe edema), hyphema, hypopyon, miosis, dense cataract, pupillary membranes, or vitreous opacities (e.g., hemorrhage, inflammatory debris). Mundy L, Merlin T, Parrella A. CrystaLens: An accommodating intraocular lens replacement for patients with cataracts. are generally excluded by contract; therefore, any IOL implant done for refractive purposes or in conjunction with this type of procedure would not be covered if the surgery itself is not a covered benefit. Linebarger EJ, Hardten DR, Shah GK, Lindstrom RL. These researchers evaluated frequency and indications of capsular tension ring (CTR) implant and analyzed the visual and anatomical outcome in various complicated cataract surgeries. It is unclear whether this benefit outweighs the optical compromises inherent in multi-focal IOLs. Cataracts may result in progressive loss of vision. background-color: #663399; RF Steinert, ed. background: url('https://www.aetna.com/cpb/medical/data/assets/images/purplearrow.jpg') no-repeat; 2009;(2):CD007293. These investigators searched CENTRAL (which contains the Cochrane Eyes and Vision Group Trials Register) (2014, Issue 10), Ovid MEDLINE, Ovid MEDLINE In-Process and Other Non-Indexed Citations, Ovid MEDLINE Daily, Ovid OLDMEDLINE (January 1946 to October 2014), EMBASE (January 1980 to October 2014), PubMed (January 1948 to October 2014), Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature Database (LILACS) (January 1982 to October 2014), the metaRegister of Controlled Trials (mRCT), ClinicalTrials.gov, and the World Health Organization (WHO) International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP). WebFor Aetna Medicare members and HMO members, Aetna considers external lenses (contacts or spectacles) and intraocular lenses medically necessary after cataract This Clinical Policy Bulletin addresses cataract surgery. The authors concluded that there was no clear evidence of near acuity improvement despite statistically significant pilocarpine-induced anterior lens displacement. Rathi VM, Sharma S, Das T, Khanna RC. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol. At 6 months, no difference was found in distance-corrected visual acuity between the2 IOLs. The following are considered medically Comparison of postoperative visual performance between bifocal and trifocal intraocular Lens based on randomized controlled trails: A meta-analysis. Accessed February 6, 2004. However ethical considerations need to be addressed when delaying a potentially beneficial treatment and it may not be feasible to conduct a long-term study where surgery is withheld from the control group. J Cataract Refract Surg. In all bilateral implantation cases, the same model IOL was used in each eye. Ophthalmology. in which cataract surgery will not improve the members independence). 2013;120(2):227-233. This was compared with the earlier rate of endophthalmitis in the same locations. In terms of circularity, the femtosecond laser was superior the manual procedure. Cataract in the adult eye. #backTop:hover { Efficacy of intracameral antibiotics following manual small incision cataract surgery in reducing the rates of endophthalmitis: A meta-analysis. The authors included RCTs of participants who had open-angle, pseudoexfoliative, or pigmentary glaucoma and age-related cataract. More cases of PCO were seen in accommodative lenses but the effect of the lenses on PCO was uncertain (Peto odds ratio (OR) 2.12; 95 % CI: 0.45 to 10.02, 91 people, 2 studies, low quality evidence). Cost-effectiveness of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery versus phacoemulsification cataract surgery. The followingare considered medically necessary: Capsular tension rings (e.g., StabilEyes) for stabilization of the lens capsule during IOL placement in conditions associated with weak or partially absent zonules (including primary zonular weakness (e.g., Marfan syndrome), and secondary zonular weakness (e.g., trauma or vitrectomy)); Other medically necessary indications may be cases of zonulysis, pseudo-exfoliation and Marchesanis syndrome. Aetna launched a troubling new prior authorization policy on July 1, that applies to all cataracts surgeries even when patients face emergency situations. .headerBar { The quick answer is 'it depends' regarding cost, but about $3000 per eye is a reasonable ballpark figure for everything including the surgeon fee, facility fee, .strikeThrough { Indian J Ophthalmol. Ophthalmology. The authors stated that this study had several drawbacks. The decision between undergoing combined glaucoma and cataract surgery versus cataract surgery alone is complex. In cases with capsulorrhexis extension, CTR was not implanted. This Clinical Policy Bulletin may be updated and therefore is subject to change. Steele M, O'Leary JP. Baltimore, MD: CMS; May 3, 2005. Two review authors independently assessed abstracts to identify possible trials for inclusion. ), and this may prove beneficial in the future research by providing additional data to aid in comparison between groups. Rai G, Sahai A, Kumar PR. None of these factors was significantly correlated with endophthalmitis and hence subgroup analysis was not feasible. The cases were divided into 2 groups: Group 1, initial experience consisting of the first 200 cases; and group 2, the subsequent 1,300 cases performed by the same surgeons. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. It will also help pay for corrective lenses following certain cataract surgeries. In a prospective, consecutive cohort study, Bali and colleagues (2012) described the intra-operative complications and evaluated the learning curve with femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS). Malyugin et al (2018) described a new approach for cataract surgery in ectopia lentis associated with an inadequately dilated pupil. J Cataract Refract Surg. Both groups were comparable for baseline demographic parameters. Records were analyzed for indication of CTR implant and clinical outcome on day 1, 1-month and 6-month follow-up. Abell and Vote (2014) performed a comparative cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) of FLACS and conventional phacoemulsification cataract surgery (PCS). In addition, the CADTH assessment stated that long-term follow-up is needed to confirm patient outcomes, and ascertain if the benefits justify the additional cost. Statistical analysis was carried out using STATA software v13.1 (StataCorp, Texas); p value of < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Effective phacoemulsification time was reduced 28.6 % within the femtosecond group using improved lens fragmentation algorithms, and a further 72.8 % reduction was achieved with a 20-gauge phacoemulsification tip. Eye (Lond). } de Silva and colleagues (2016) stated that good unaided distance VA is now a realistic expectation following cataract surgery and (IOL implantation. Aetna does not provide health care services and, therefore, cannot guarantee any results or outcomes. Routine preoperative medical testing for cataract surgery. The authors concluded that femtosecond laser pre-treatment results in a significant reduction in EPT, including the possibility of 0 EPT. Posterior capsular opacification in 1 eye (2.4 %), anterior capsule phimosis in 1 eye (2.4 %) and cystoid macular edema (CME) in 1 eye (2.4 %) were detected as late complications. Although cataract surgery is an effective treatment for cataract-induced visual loss, some clinicians suspect that such an intervention may increase the risk of worsening of underlying ARMD and thus have deleterious effects on vision. Spectacles only correct lower order aberrations such as sphere and cylinder. list-style-type: decimal; 2015;9(12):NC05-NCO7. The authors concluded that in this case-series study, there was a clear learning curve associated with the use of FLACS. One RCT with 60 participants with visually significant cataract and ARMD was included in this review. 2001;21(6):596-601. Between 2010 and 2013, a total of 4,316 phacoemulsification surgeries were performed and of these surgeries CTR implantation was done in 41 eyes of 36 patients. top: 0px; Calladine D, Evans JR, Shah S, Leyland M. Multifocal versus monofocal intraocular lenses after cataract extraction. the member's own assessment of visual disability (e.g., impact on driving, viewing television, and special occupational or avocational needs) and, in particular, disability at near sight (e.g., reading, occupational activities requiring near vision); and. In a Cochrane review, Casparis et al (2012) noted that cataract and age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) are common causes of decreased vision that often occur simultaneously in people over age 50. There were no date or language restrictions in the electronic searches for trials. At 6 months, 4 participants were lost to follow-up; 2 participants from each group. Insurance makes it easier for patients to cover the overall expense of cataract surgery. Aetna has launched Visual outcomes after accommodating intraocular lens implantation. The Optiwave Refractive Analysis (ORA) System (WaveTec Vision Systems Inc., Aliso Viejo, CA) wavefront aberrometer measured aphakic refractive measurements intra-operatively and calculated the IOL power with a modified vergence formula. J Cataract Refract Surg. While they are a top choice, they are a bit more expensive than some of the insurers on our list. In a retrospective, consecutive, cases-series study, Ianchulev and colleagues (2014) evaluated a new method of intra-operative refractive biometry (IRB) for intraocular lens (IOL) power calculation in eyes undergoing cataract surgery after prior myopic LASIK or photorefractive keratectomy. J Cataract Refract Surg. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). list-style-image: url('https://www.aetna.com/cpb/medical/data/assets/images/purplearrow.jpg') !important; Visual and refractive outcomes were similar to those of conventional cataract surgery. J Cataract Refract Surg. Two authors independently screened search results, assessed risk of bias and extracted data. They checked the reference lists of the included trials to identify further relevant trials. Their coverage for dogs is around $59 a month, and coverage for cats will run you around $30 a month. Surgery for cataracts in people with age-related macular degeneration. The above policy is based on the following references: Last Review Posterior capsule opacification is a common complication after cataract surgery. They last searched the electronic databases on June 13, 2016. 2018;66(3):411-415. 2014;111(7):614-623. Slit-lamp examination provides more details about the character, location, and extent of the opacity. In the future, additional studies to optimize these variables may be needed to determine the best conditions for intra-operative biometry. J Cataract Refract Surg. Comparative analysis was done for predictive accuracy of IOL power determination using 2 conventional methods and 2 new technologies: the Haigis-L formula, Masket regression formula, ORA intra-operative aberrometry, and Optovue RTVue Fourier-domain OCT-based IOL formula. Abstracts of Clinical Care Guidelines. B-scan ocular ultrasound. A-mode ultrasonography (A-scan) can be used to determine the appropriate pseudophakic power of the IOL. In a prospective, randomized clinical trial, Rastogi et al (2018) evaluated the rotational stability of toric IOL when co-implanted with a CTR as compared to that of a toric IOL without a CTR. Patients were randomized to receive either the 1CU accommodative IOL in their first eye or the Acrysof MA30 monofocal IOL. Comparative evaluation of rotational stability and visual outcome of toric intraocular lenses with and without a capsular tension ring. Therefore, it is important to compare the effectiveness of these 2 interventions to aid clinicians and patients in choosing the better treatment approach. Stodola E. An update on billing policy for femtosecond laser use. Of the total, 42.2 % received IC cefuroxime (ICC) and 57.8 % received IC moxifloxacin (ICM); MSICS was carried out more often. In 2 studies, these researchers observed that subjects' satisfaction or spectacle independence may be higher in the trifocal group at 6 months, although another study found no evidence of a difference in subject satisfaction or spectacle independence between groups; AEs reporting varied among studies 2 studies reported information on AEs at 1 year; and 1 study reported that subjects showed no intra-operative or post-operative complications, while the other study reported that 4 eyes (11.4 %) in the bifocal and 3 eyes (7.5 %) in the trifocal group developed significant posterior capsular opacification requiring YAG capsulotomy. Guay J, Sales K. Sub-Tenon's anaesthesia versus topical anaesthesia for cataract surgery. These researchers also performed forward and backward searching using the Science Citation Index and the reference lists of the included studies, respectively, in August 2013. Abstracts of Clinical Care Guidelines. # font-weight: bold; Further studies to evaluate long-term results of the accommodative capacity of the Crystalens IOL and to help sort out the effects of pseudoaccommodation are warranted". Patient demographics were similar between groups. All studies included people who had bilateral cataracts with no pre-existing ocular pathologies. The comparison of interest was combined cataract surgery (phacoemulsification) and any type of glaucoma surgery versus cataract surgery (phacoemulsification) alone. WebThe response from physicians to Aetnas prior authorization requirement for cataract surgery was overwhelming, and it strengthened efforts to influence the insurer to change its decision. color: red!important; No significant differences were found between age, axial length, keratometry, and pre-operative corrected VA in the laser and conventional groups (p > 0.05; Mann-Whitney U test). All RCTs comparing a multi-focal IOL of any type with a mono-focal IOL as control were included. Trifocal IOL implantation may improve uncorrected intermediate VA at 1 year (MD -0.16, 95 % CI: -0.22 to -0.10; I2= 0 %; 2 studies, 107 subjects; low-certainty evidence), but showed no evidence of effect on best-corrected distance VA at 1 year (MD 0.00, 95 % CI: -0.03 to 0.04; I2= 0 %; 2 studies, 107 subjects; low-certainty evidence). Main outcome measures included EPT, intra-operative complications, corneal endothelial cell loss, as well as post-operative BCVA, IOP, and refractive outcomes. The AHCPR Cataract Management Guideline Panel (the Panel, 1993) sought to determine what pre-operative tests are needed in most cases to determine the need for cataract surgery. Ann Palliat Med. Surv Ophthalmol. list-style-type: upper-alpha; For additional language assistance: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); stab incision technique (Ziegler or Wheeler knife), laser surgery (e.g., YAG laser) (one or more stages), Ophthalmic ultrasound, diagnostic; quantitative A-scan only, Ophthalmic biometry by ultrasound echography, A-scan, Ophthalmologic services: medical examination and evaluation with initiation of diagnostic and treatment program, new patient, Ophthalmologic services: medical examination and evaluation with initiation of diagnostic and treatment program, established patient, Ophthalmic biometry by partial coherence interferometry with intraocular lens power calculation, Visual evoked potential, screening of visual acuity, automated, Electroretinography (ERG) with interpretation and report, pattern (PERG), Ophthalmic ultrasound, diagnostic; corneal pachymetry, unilateral or bilateral (determination of corneal thickness), Computerized corneal topography, unilateral or bilateral, with interpretation and report, Scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging, posterior segment, with interpretation and report, unilateral or bilateral; optic nerve, Needle oculoelectromyography, one or more extraocular muscles, one or both eyes, with interpretation and report, Electro-oculography with interpretation and report, Electroretinography (ERG), with interpretation and report; full field (ie, ffERG, flash ERG, Ganzfeld ERG, Color vision examination, extended, e.g., anomaloscope or equivalent, External ocular photography with interpretation and report for documentation of medical progress (e.g., close-up photography, slit lamp photography, goniophotography, stereo-photography), Special anterior segment photography with interpretation and report; with specular endothelial microscopy and cell count, Visual evoked potentials (VEP) testing central nervous system, checkerboard or flash, Ophthalmic ultrasound, diagnostic; B-scan and quantitative A-scan performed during the same patient encounter, anterior segment ultrasound, immersion (water bath) B-scan or high resolution biomicroscopy, Serial tonometry (separate procedure) with multiple measurements of intraocular pressure over an extended time period with interpretation and report, same day (e.g., diurnal curve or medical treatment of acute elevation of intraocular pressure), Lens, intraocular (new technology) [standard fixed monofocal posterior chamber intraocular lenses (IOL) for aphakia only], New technology intraocular lens category 4 as defined in Federal Register notice, New technology intraocular lens category 5 as defined in Federal Register notice, Astigmatism correcting function of intraocular lens, Presbyopia correcting function of intraocular lens, Vision supply, accessory, and/or service component of another HCPCS vision code, Cataract extraction status, right eye, left eye, and unspecified eye, B-scan (with or without superimposed non-quantitative A-scan), Vitamin A deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea, Other congenital malformations of anterior segment of eye [persistent pupillary membranes], Congenital malformation of vitreous humor [congenital vitreous opacity], Visual disparity existing between the two eyes. They last searched the electronic databases on October 10, 2013. Obstbaum SA. The length of follow-up among the studies ranged from 1 to 24 months after cataract surgery. Frequent changes in eyeglass prescription help maintain vision during cataract development. Medscape, February 16, 2012. Cataract extraction can be accomplished by removing the lens or by emulsification followed by irrigation and aspiration. Accommodative intraocular lenses for age-related cataracts. text-decoration: underline; Various drugs are available for IC use. Aetna Inc. and its subsidiary companies are not responsible or liable for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of linked sites, or for products or services described on these sites. A cost-effectiveness decision tree model was constructed to analyze the cost-effectiveness of FLACS compared with PCS. There was no remarkable increase in IOP or corneal thickness. Research is needed on control over capsular fibrosis post-implantation. 2015;8:CD006291. 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